CHAPTER 164

Chapter 164

Tina took a deep breath and said. “I’m banned.”

Janet frowned and said unhappily. “That’s impossible! It’s just plagiarism. So many people do it in the industry. They’re still flourishing.”

Tina grimaced when she heard this. “Of course, I’m aware. If I didn’t understand the industry’s rules, I wouldn’t have agreed. to assist you with plagiarism.”

“But that’s the situation now. When I submitted my manuscript, they told me that due to the plagiarism incident, I am now blacklisted in the entertainment industry. They won’t accept my work again,” Tina said, her voice tinged with anxiety.

Janet was annoyed. “Did you offend someone?”

Tina got worked up, too. “No, I didn’t offend anyone at all. Before the ‘Her Majesty‘ plagiarism incident, my work was always well–received. All these problems started only after that. She continued, “And they claimed that the plagiarism issue with “Her Majesty‘ was so severe, they’ve labeled me a blacklisted scriptwriter. All of this must be due to Her Majesty‘!”

“Maybe you’ve upset someone in the past. They couldn’t find any real faults, so they just used the ‘Her Majesty‘ incident as an excuse to target you directly this time,” Janet suggested casually.

Tina was speechless. Her thoughts were scrambled, momentarily swept up by Janet’s suggestions. But it wasn’t long before she sorted herself out. Looking directly at Janet, she warned, “Don’t lead me astray. I’m aware of my actions, and I’m certain I haven’t offended anyone before.”

Then, Tina begged Janet Janet, you know a lot of people. Could you talk to them for me? Maybe get me off the blacklist!” Janel was speechless. “Who do you think I am? Do you think they will just listen to whatever I say?”

Tina fell silent. She understood rationally that despite Janet being an award–winning actress, to the entertainment executives, she was merely a promoted entertainer. Even if Janet were to stand up for her, it might not make much difference. But Tina had no way out. The only reason she could pinpoint for being blacklisted was the “Her Majesty” incident, so she reached out to Janet subconsciously. She felt that since Janet and she were on the same boat, Janet would surely help her.

“I don’t care. You’re the one who asked me to plagiarize. You have to help me, or I’ll release the recording. If I’m going down, I’m not going alone, Tina said irritably.

“You!” Janet glared at Tina angrily. Janet’s face darkened, and she tried to stay calm.

Lisa poured Janet a cup of coffee.

Janet took a sip, then looked at Tina and said, “I have an idea.”

Tina’s eyes lit up, and she asked in a hurry, “What is it?”

Janet took a deep breath and said firmly, “Go to the author of “The Empress and offer hersofie money. Convince her to admit that she sold the copyright to you.”

Tina was confused and asked, “What do you mean?”

Janet spoke coldly. As long as the author of “The Empress‘ officially grants you the copyright, it’s not plagiarism. It’s simply a legitimate adaptation.”

Tina frowned. “But the copyright of The Empress‘ has already been sold.”

“Then let her sell it again!” Janet said impatiently.

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After a moment of silence, Tina finally spoke. “I heard that the author of “The Empress signed an exclusive buyout contract. with Vicky for ten years.” She paused, then added, “That means, for ten years, the film and television rights to “The Empress belong solely to Vicky. Even the author can’t resell them to anyone else.

Janet was upset. “That’s why I asked you to pay the author. Don’t you know that money can make the world go round? As long as you offer her enough money, she will definitely agree.”

Agree to what? Agree to sell us the copyright of The Empress? that’s the case, then the real issue lies with the authors of The Empress. They’re greedy, selling off the copyrights to multiple buyers without truly understanding the implications. We know nothing about it. We’re victims too. Thinking that this tactic might work, Tina hurriedly nodded and said, “Well, I’ll try

In South City, Stacey and the crew enjoyed a day off before starting their shoot the next day. The filming process turned out to be as relaxed as they had imagined. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

After a morning of shooting, during the noon break, a little child suddenly darted in and made a beeline for Stacey. He stretched his arms and hugged her legs tightly. Stacey’s eyes lit up when she saw Jeremy. She asked in surprise, “Jeremy? You’re here?” As she said that, she squatted down and carried Jeremy, thinking. Jeremy is really cute!

Hayden followed closely behind. His striking features and the nobility of his gestures gave him an air of distinction. The head of Southern TV arrived as well, walking alongside Hayden with a bright smile on his chubby face, clearly in high spirits. The director and the coordinator of “Happy Little Mango quickly came out to greet them. The atmosphere was electric, everyone excited and slightly cautious in their presence

Jeremy held up his writing tablet, on which a message was already written: [Becky, I miss you so much!]

Stacey’s heart melted at the sight of the adorable child. She kissed Jeremy and said with a smile, “I miss you, too! I really, really miss you!” After saying that, Stacey took Jeremy’s hand and stood up slowly. She looked at Hayden and said with a smile, “You are here.”

“Yeah.” Hayden nodded.

Hayden scanned the area but didn’t spot the people he was looking for. Finally, he asked, “Where are Lily and Kev?”

Jeremy’s eyes lit up when he heard the words. He immediately looked at Becky expectantly because he wanted to see his younger brother and sister.

Stacey was amused by Jeremy’s reaction. “Does he like Lily and Rev too? Stacey answered, “They are at home. They didn’t come here.”

Jeremy was confused. Then, he took out his writing tablet and wrote: [Why?]

Both Stacey and Hayden looked at Jeremy’s writing tablet. Amused by Jeremy’s question, Stacey squatted down again to meet his eye level and asked with a smile, “Jeremy, do you like your younger brother and sister?”

Jeremy nodded enthusiastically in response. Then, he quickly took out his writing tablet and wrote: [I like them!]

Stacey’s heart warmed at the sight of Jeremy’s crooked handwriting. ‘He is so cute, she thought,

“Okay,” Stacey responded happily.

While Stacey reveled in her happiness, Charlie, who had been standing beside her, adopted a slightly defensive posture. He eyed Hayden with suspicion, his gaze curious yet cautious. Intuitively, he suspected that this man might be trying to woo his

sister.